Belfast Harbour Studios
Belfast · BT3
Summary
A multi-stage film and television production studio complex in Belfast Harbour managed alongside the wider Belfast production infrastructure, used for How to Train Your Dragon and other major productions alongside Titanic Studios.
About this location
Belfast Harbour Studios operates within the Belfast Harbour estate, providing stage space for film and television production that complements the larger Titanic Studios facility nearby. The harbour setting gives the studio complex the heavy infrastructure of a working port zone — wide access roads, loading bay access, and large-vehicle logistics — alongside the stage space itself. Reddit threads from Northern Ireland discussing the live-action How to Train Your Dragon production noted multiple Belfast facilities being used, with Belfast Harbour Studios among the sites supporting the production. The studios are situated close to Titanic Studios in the Titanic Quarter area, meaning productions can run stages across both facilities simultaneously, and the broader Titanic Quarter provides exterior industrial and maritime coverage. The studio is positioned as a professional-grade facility for mid-to-large productions rather than day-hire for small crews. Northern Ireland Screen, the region’s film agency, can facilitate introductions to the studio for qualifying productions.
Access notes
- Parking
- On-site parking available — confirm crew-vehicle capacity with the venue.
- Loading access
- Loading access available — dedicated entry for kit and set dressing.
- Public transit
- Belfast has mainline rail and regional bus connections. Check the nearest station and allow for equipment on-foot from transit.
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FAQ
- Do I need a permit to film at Belfast Harbour Studios?
- No council permit is usually needed for filming at Belfast Harbour Studios itself, but you'll still need the owner's written permission, and any spill-over onto public highway or pavement may require a council permit.
- Is parking available at Belfast Harbour Studios?
- On-site parking is available at Belfast Harbour Studios. Capacity varies — confirm crew-vehicle numbers with the venue before the day.
- How much does it cost to film at Belfast Harbour Studios?
- Belfast Harbour Studios sits in the £££ band. Typical UK film-location day rates range from under £200 for simple interior shoots to well over £1,000 for period properties and landmark venues. Confirm with the venue directly.
- What crew size is suitable for Belfast Harbour Studios?
- Belfast Harbour Studios can accommodate a large crew of 15+ including feature-film unit requirements, trucks, and extras.
- Has anything been filmed at Belfast Harbour Studios before?
- Belfast Harbour Studios appears on Filmshoot's UK location index because it has a documented track record or strong characteristics for film and photography. Specific production credits aren't displayed unless publicly confirmed by the venue — ask the venue directly or check ScreenSkills and IMDb Locations for verified credits.
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